On March 22, 2018, a Bolt-on 4-Way Wedge Accessory for Hydraulic Log Splitters was recalled. The recall—number 18-129—affects approximately 5,100 products in the United States. The recall affects two companies: SpeeCo Inc. and Woods Equipment Company. According to the recall, the accessory can loosen or detach during log splitter operation, causing an injury hazard.
The SpeeCo products have the following model numbers: 577483 and 581199. The Woods products with model number 581196 are also affected. These defective products were sold at Tractor Supply Company stores from July 2016 to January 2018, at Orscheln Farm & Home Stores from August 2017 to January 2018, and at authorized dealers during the same timeframes. The recalled items were sold for approximately $70 each. If you purchased a Bolt-on 4-Way Wedge Accessory for Hydraulic Log Splitters, you should stop using the defective product immediately.
According to recall 18-129, there has been one reported incident of the product loosening, detaching, and injuring an operator—causing a concussion. If you were injured by a SpeeCo or Woods defective Bolt-on 4-Way Wedge Accessory for Hydraulic Log Splitters as an operator or a bystander, you have the right to take legal action. If you are interested in taking legal action, you must not return the defective product for a refund as recommended by the recall. Your injury is worth more than a $70 refund. You must seek legal assistance as soon as possible and file a defective product lawsuit.
If you are interested in filing a lawsuit after suffering injuries as a result of a defective product, you must contact Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible. Normandie Law Firm is a firm dedicated to helping those injured by defective products. If you were injured by a defective product, our experienced lawyers will help you file a product liability lawsuit. Our attorneys have the expertise to fight for your rights and help you recover the compensation you deserve. Contact Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible to begin your legal process against the company that negligently led to your injuries.
The Hazard
According to the recall, the defective wedge accessory can loosen and detach from the log splitter, creating an injury hazard. The recall also reveals that the one reported victim sustained a head injury—more specifically, a concussion. Let us consider some of the additional injuries that could be sustained by victims of the defective wedge accessory described in recall number 18-129.
Victims might suffer the following injuries:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Fractured facial bones
- Dental injuries
- Bruises
Head injuries often make victims lose their balance and fall immediately after impact. In these instances, victims might suffer additional injuries, such as:
- Fractured and broken bones
- Neck and back injuries
- Scrapes and cuts
- Spinal cord injuries
- Hip, shoulder, and knee injuries
Whatever the injuries sustained as a result of the defective product, you might be permanently affected. If your injuries are not permanent, you will likely be unable to work during your recovery. If you file a lawsuit, you might recover some compensation for your injuries.
Company Liability
Are SpeeCo and Woods liable for injuries caused by their defective products? If you and your attorney can prove that the product contained a defect in design, manufacturing, or labeling, you can file a product liability claim against the company. All companies are responsible for ensuring that the products they sell to the public are safe for use. All products must be held to the highest safety standards before becoming available to consumers. When companies fail to address possible hazards in their products, innocent consumers are put at risk of injury.
If you were injured by a defective product, you have the right to file a lawsuit. However, you can quickly lose the pieces of evidence essential to your claim. Recall number 18-129 recommends that those affected by the recall contact the company to return the defective product for a refund. However, following that recommendation could quickly make victims lose the main piece of evidence for their claims.
If you are interested in pursuing legal action, you must ensure you follow the following steps:
- Seek medical attention—if you were injured as a result of the defective product, you must seek medical attention as soon as possible. Seeking medical care for your injuries ensures that the injuries you sustained are directly related to the defective product.
- Do not alter the defective product—if you were injured because the defective product loosened and detached from the log splitter, you should not try to repair or alter the product in any way. If you do, the company might deny liability by claiming that you created the defect.
- Do not return the defective product—if you were injured as a result of the defective product, it is essential that you do not return the product to the company. You might get a refund, but you will be sacrificing the primary piece of evidence available for your claim.
- Keep all records related to the defective product—you must make sure to keep all documents related to the defective product. This includes receipts, order confirmations, and medical bills, for example. This will also be used as evidence for your claim.
If you do everything mentioned above, you should not encounter any difficulties when contacting a lawyer to begin your legal process. For more information about company liability for defective products, you must contact our experienced attorneys as soon as possible.
Compensation Available for Your Claim
If you file a claim after sustaining injuries caused by a defective product, you might be eligible to receive compensation. Many victims injured by defective products are eligible to receive the following forms of compensation:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Loss of consortium
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Punitive damage
As you can see, there are many categories of compensation eligible for recovery. The type and amount of compensation you might receive depends on the specific details of your claim. Because of that, it is essential that you speak with an experienced defective product attorney. When you trust the attorneys at Normandie Law Firm with handling your claim, you can be certain that our attorneys will always fight for your right to receive the maximum amount of compensation available for your claim. For more information about the type and amount of compensation you might receive, you must speak with our attorneys as soon as possible.
The Statute of Limitations
How long do you have to file your claim? If you are interested in filing a lawsuit, one of the most important things you should understand is the time you have to file your claim. A statute of limitations is a timeline that applies to all claims—a deadline to sue. If plaintiffs do not file their claims within the statute of limitations that applies to their claim, they might lose their right to file a lawsuit. Victims of defective products are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. Therefore, they have two years to file their lawsuit. Besides becoming familiar with the statute of limitations, plaintiffs must also be familiar with any exceptions that might apply to their claims. If any exceptions to the statute of limitations apply to your claim, the time you have to sue might be tolled or extended. For more information about the statute of limitations and exceptions that might apply to your claim, you must speak with our experienced defective product attorneys as soon as possible.
Normandie Law Firm
Our law firm is based on the foundation of legal assistance for all victims. We believe that all victims of injuries caused by defective products should have access to the legal guidance necessary to file a lawsuit. To keep our legal services available to all victims, our law firm offers free consultations and free second opinions. During our free consultations and free second opinions, our experienced product liability attorneys will answer all your questions and concerns in regards to your current legal situation. If you spoke to an incompetent attorney who left you full of doubts and confusion, our skilled lawyers will focus on giving you the correct information and getting your claim back on the right track. If you are interested in speaking with our attorneys for a free consultation or free second opinion, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible and request to speak with our attorneys at your earliest convenience.
Our free consultations and free second opinions are available as part of our Zero-Fee guarantee. Our Zero-Fee guarantee ensures that our clients never have to worry about paying any upfront legal fees for any of our services. Our law firm is also strictly based on contingency; therefore, our clients are not required to pay any legal fees until they win their claims and receive compensation. If you do not win your product liability lawsuit, you will not be required to pay any fees. Contact Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible to schedule your free consultation or free second opinion. Our experienced lawyers can help you sue SpeeCo and Woods for the injuries you sustained from their defective product.
